Should the UK oil and gas industry fear a Labour government?

Michael Holder
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Labour and the Conservatives offer differing visions for the future of the North Sea oil and gas industry, with significant implications for the economy, energy security, and the net zero transition

The future of the UK's oil and gas industry has become a major bone of contention during the General Election campaign, with the ongoing row between the Conservatives and Labour over the two parties' competing...

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